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Cleveland Community College

Shelby, NC·Public·www.clevelandcc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Cleveland Community College is a public community college in Shelby, NC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Cleveland Community College is a public community college in Shelby, NC. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,432
In-State Tuition
+$170 fees
$8,576
Out-of-State Tuition
+$170 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Beach Access

185 miles

Myrtle Beach, SC

Ski Access

62 miles

Sugar Mountain Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

53°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Sugar Mountain Resort

North Carolina

62 mi away
125 skiable acres8 lifts
Appalachian Ski Mtn.

North Carolina

62 mi away
27 skiable acres6 lifts
Hawksnest Snow Tubing

North Carolina

63 mi away

Nearest Beach

Myrtle Beach, SC

Ocean access within 184.8 miles

185 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Shelby, NC

40°Jan43°Feb50°Mar59°Apr67°May75°Jun78°Jul77°Aug71°Sep60°Oct49°Nov42°Dec

Station: SHELBY 2 NW · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,432$8,576
Fees
$170$170
Total
$2,602$8,746
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

45 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
252 grads/yr$38,334
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
47 grads/yr$25,191
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
35 grads/yr$50,074
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsCertificate
33 grads/yr
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)Certificate
31 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's24 grads$78,944
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's24 grads$51,660
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate35 grads$50,074
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's252 grads$38,334
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's11 grads$35,878
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's14 grads$29,575
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate47 grads$25,191
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Certificate33 grads
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Certificate31 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Certificate27 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cleveland Community College located?

Cleveland Community College is located in Shelby, NC. The main campus address is 137 S Post Rd, Shelby, NC. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Cleveland Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Cleveland Community College charges $2,432/year for in-state students and $8,576/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,746/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Cleveland Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Cleveland Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Cleveland Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,576/year out-of-state), campus culture in Shelby, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Cleveland Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Cleveland Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Shelby, NC
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 53°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Charlotte, NC (CLT) · 31 mialso HKY (32 mi), USA (45 mi)

Location

Shelby, NC

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.